Demolition of Memorial Arena happening today

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Originally built in 1922, Memorial Arena in Georgetown has served residents of present and past with long-lasting memories.

After much consideration by the users of Memorial Arena and a need to meet the ice needs of residents in an economical and functional way, the recommendation of the Georgetown Arenas Task Force to close Memorial was endorsed by Council in March of 2009.

“I myself have enjoyed many games, recreational skates, and community events at Memorial Arena throughout the years,” said Mayor Rick Bonnette. “I will always have strong memories and great stories of my time at Memorial.”

Hockey Heritage and the Halton Hills Sport Museum have removed all important artifacts from the arena, and are excited to pay special tribute to Memorial Arena through a dedicated space in the Museum. A tribute that will require the careful demolition of parts of the building so that it can be re-used for the Museum display.